Easy Care Pediatrics

10/17/2025

Between screens, schedules and school stress, kids need time to slow down. According to Healthy Children, the American Academy of Pediatrics’ parenting site, yoga helps children unplug, build focus and find calm. Regular practice can improve strength, confidence and emotional balance — benefits that last well beyond the mat. Learn more: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/emotional-wellness/Pages/Permission-to-Unplug-The-Health-Benefits-of-Yoga-for-Kids.aspx

10/02/2025

Here is an interesting article about dog dander perhaps being helpful against childhood asthma. It's worth a read. Woof!
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MONDAY, Sept. 29, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Babies who grow up around dogs might be less likely to develop childhood asthma, a new study says.However, they don’t

09/26/2025

Here is a factual article about understanding the myriad complexities of autism which affects approximately 3.2% of children.

​Autism is a complex complex neurodevelopmental condition that varies widely in how it affects children. It is increasingly linked to genetics, but there is no single reason why some children have autism. Individualized plans, often involving a combination of developmental, behavioral, educational...

09/19/2025

Does your child or teen’s school have a new phone policy starting this year? Here are some tips on how to help your family navigate the new rules and make the transition smoother for everyone: https://bit.ly/4pp37Bt

09/12/2025

There has been much chatter as of late from Washington, Robert Kennedy in particular, regarding vaccines and their efficacy/safety. Here at Easy Care Pediatrics we follow the guidelines of the American Academy of Pediatrics, which is and has been the gold standard for pediatric care. Please take a moment to read the article below and stay informed from those who know.

​Immunizing children against vaccine-preventable diseases is one of the most important ways to keep children healthy and able to attend school, socialize with friends and participate in activities that they enjoy. It is also the best way to keep a community safe. The American Academy of Pediatric...

09/04/2025

08/28/2025

The news and world events can be very overwhelming and difficult to understand for all of us, especially children. With school starting back up in the next few days, it is important to know how to talk to our children about these inevitable traumatic events so they can feel informed and hopefully prepared.

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) encourages parents, teachers, child care providers, and others who work closely with children to filter information about the crisis and present it in a way that their child can accommodate, adjust to, and cope with. Includes the video, "AAP Tips on Talking t...

08/15/2025

Even though it is still only mid-August, back-to-school is on most parents minds. Making sure your child has had their annual physical with all the required immunizations will help prepare your child to have a healthy and productive year at school.

Learn how a back-to-school checkup supports your child’s health all year long. Find tips for annual exams and sports physicals, getting school forms filled out & more.​

08/08/2025

With all the smoke from the Canadian wildfires blanketing the city this week, our children may be asking some anxious questions. The article below helps to give parents the language to talk about these fires without creating more anxiety.

Wildfires are unplanned blazes that start in natural areas like forests, grasslands and prairies. These flames can spread quickly to nearby communities. Being prepared and knowing steps to take before, during and after a wildfire can help keep your family safe.​

07/25/2025

With it being the dog days of summer, the heat is steadily upon us. Reading the article below will provide some healthy tips for how to keep our families safe from the heat this summer!

Extreme heat can cause children to become sick in several ways.  Learn how to keep kids safe in extreme heat—signs of heat illness, prevention tips, hydration advice & when to call the pediatrician or seek emergency medical care.​

07/11/2025